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About Tuneup BR Expectorant

Tuneup BR Expectorant belongs to a group of medicines called expectorants and cough products used to provide relief from cough. Coughing (dry or productive) is a body's way of clearing irritants (like allergens, mucus or smoke) from airways thereby prevents respiratory infection. Cough is commonly caused as a response to allergy or viral infection but coughing up mucus is possibly an indication of infection in the respiratory tract.
 
Tuneup BR Expectorant is a combination of three drugs, namely: Salbutamol (bronchodilator), Guaifenesin (expectorant) and Bromhexine (mucolytic). Salbutamol relaxes and widens the muscles in the airways. Guaifenesin decreases the stickiness of mucus, thereby facilitating its removal. Bromhexine loosens and thins the mucus, making it easier to cough out phlegm. Together, Tuneup BR Expectorant provides relief from cough. 
 
You are advised to take Tuneup BR Expectorant for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as headache, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, diarrhoea, and indigestion. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.
 
Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Tuneup BR Expectorant may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Tuneup BR Expectorant should be used with caution in children if prescribed by the doctor. Avoid consuming alcohol with Tuneup BR Expectorant as it could lead to increased dizziness. Inform your doctor about your health condition and the medicines you are taking to rule out any side-effects/interactions.

Uses of Tuneup BR Expectorant

Treatment of Cough

Medicinal Benefits

Tuneup BR Expectorant is a combination of three drugs, namely: Salbutamol, Guaifenesin, and Bromhexine. Tuneup BR Expectorant is used to provide relief from cough. Salbutamol is a bronchodilator that relaxes and widens the muscles in the airways. Guaifenesin is an expectorant that decreases the stickiness of mucus, thereby facilitating its removal. Bromhexine is a mucolytic agent which loosens and thins the mucus, making it easier to cough out phlegm. Together, Tuneup BR Expectorant provides relief from cough. 

Side Effects of Tuneup BR Expectorant

  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Indigestion
  • Dizziness
  • Diarrhoea

Directions for Use

Take the prescribed dose/quantity by mouth using the measuring cup/dropper/dosing syringe; shake the bottle well before each use.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not take Tuneup BR Expectorant if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor before taking Tuneup BR Expectorant if you have asthma, lung infection, overactive thyroid, low levels of potassium, diabetes, glucose-galactose malabsorption, Lapp lactase deficiency, epilepsy, heart, kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Tuneup BR Expectorant may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Tuneup BR Expectorant should be used with caution in children if prescribed by the doctor. 

Therapeutic Class

EXPECTORANT AND COUGH PRODUCTS

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Tuneup BR Expectorant may interact with an antidepressant (duloxetine), anti-asthma (fluticasone+salmeterol, budesonide+formoterol), diuretic (furosemide).

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Inform your doctor if you have asthma, lung infection, overactive thyroid, low levels of potassium, diabetes, glucose-galactose malabsorption, Lapp lactase deficiency, epilepsy, heart, kidney or liver problems.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • DULOXETINE
  • FLUTICASONE+SALMETEROL
  • BUDESONIDE+FORMOTEROL
  • FUROSEMIDE

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Wash your hands with soap and water to prevent the spread of germs.
  • Drink plenty of fluids as it helps in loosening congestion and lubricating the throat.
  • Gargle with salt water for relief from sore throat.
  • Avoid smoking and consumption of alcohol.
  • Avoid dairy products such as milk as it may increase mucus production. 
  • Avoid citrus fruits as it may worsen the cough.
  • Eat fruits rich in water content such as pears, watermelon, peaches and pineapples.

Habit Forming

No

What if I have taken an overdose of Tuneup BR Expectorant

Take Tuneup BR Expectorant only as prescribed by the physician. Avoid exceeding the recommended dose as it could lead to an overdose. Symptoms of overdose may include anginal pain and hypertension (high blood pressure). If you experience these symptoms or suspect you have taken an overdose, seek immediate medical attention.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Cough: Coughing is the body's way of clearing irritants (like allergens, mucus or smoke) from airways and preventing infection. Cough can be dry or productive. A productive cough (wet cough) develops sputum (phlegm or mucus) from the lungs. Cough is commonly caused as a response to allergy or viral infection but coughing up mucus is possibly an indication of infection in the respiratory tract.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Tuneup BR Expectorant as it may cause increased dizziness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this, your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you any concerns regarding this, your doctor will decide whether Tuneup BR Expectorant can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Caution

Tuneup BR Expectorant may cause dizziness. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with liver impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Caution

Tuneup BR Expectorant should be used with caution in children if prescribed by the doctor.

Country of origin

India
Other Info - TU48590

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FAQs

Tuneup BR Expectorant is used to provide relief from cough.
Tuneup BR Expectorant contains Salbutamol, Guaifenesin, and Bromhexine. Salbutamol relaxes and widens the muscles in the airways. Guaifenesin decreases the stickiness of mucus, thereby facilitating its removal. Bromhexine loosens and thins the mucus, making it easier to cough out phlegm. Together, Tuneup BR Expectorant provides relief from cough.Â
Do not stop taking Tuneup BR Expectorant on your own as it may worsen cough or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Tuneup BR Expectorant for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. If you experience any difficulty while taking Tuneup BR Expectorant, please consult your doctor.
Diarrhoea could be a side-effect of Tuneup BR Expectorant. Drink plenty of fluids and eat non-spicy meals if you experience diarrhoea. Consult your doctor if you have severe diarrhoea.
Tuneup BR Expectorant should not be taken for longer durations unless prescribed by the doctor. If your condition does not improve despite taking Tuneup BR Expectorant for a week, consult your doctor, he/she may prescribe an alternate medicine.
Tuneup BR Expectorant should be used with caution in diabetic patients if prescribed by a doctor. However, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended while taking Tuneup BR Expectorant.
Tuneup BR Expectorant may cause palpitations or increased heartbeat. A minor fluctuation should not be a worry. Regularly monitor heart rate while taking Tuneup BR Expectorant and consult your doctor if you notice any major changes in heart rate.

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